Match Point: More Research On Marriage And Later Life
October 16, 2019
While we know that “gray divorce” is increasing in numbers, it’s also important to acknowledge the positive aspects of marriage in later life. New analysis from the Centers for Disease Control makes one thing clear: There…
Intense Or Estranged: What’s Your Grandparenting Situation?
September 25, 2019
Any of you who are grandparents likely understand that your relationship with your grandchildren is only as good as your relationship with their parents. Those who are close with their adult children are likely to have…
Reel Life: Films That Address Real Life Experiences Of Aging
September 11, 2019
It’s not uncommon for today’s movies to present stereotypical images and experiences of older adults on screen: Characters easy to ignore, or portraying faulty memories or cognitive decline, or even seniors dismissed as caricatures of real…
In And Out Of Love: Relationship Consequences As You Get Older
September 4, 2019
For some, that old adage, “can’t live with them, can’t live without them” captures the dilemma of a long marriage. While years of marriage may bring comfort and intimacy, for many, the decades together can lead…
Rest Assured: Making Use Of Respite And Companion Care
August 14, 2019
Anyone with caregiving responsibilities knows that it takes tremendous energy and commitment to ensure that loved ones are safe and cared for as best as possible. But most mere mortals have a breaking point- they’ll need…
Friend Power: The Value Of Friendships For Older Isolated Adults And Those With Dementia By Hope Reiner
July 24, 2019
by Hope Reiner, Founder, Hope and I Few would disagree that our sense of community is undergoing a revolution. Our culture leads us to focus on what websites or news blogs we read, what social media…
